The Frugal Girl

MARCH 6, 2024

The repeated defrosting cycles tend to cause freezer burn on foods pretty quickly, so I try not to keep things in my kitchen freezer for long at all. Related: A post about freezing food in glass jars. And here’s a post about freezing food odds and ends. Here’s my cinnamon bread recipe , in case you want to make some!)

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The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

My degree is in mechanical engineering, but I’m just starting a transition to nursing – before I got pregnant with my son, I was working as a nursing assistant while my husband finished grad school, and planning to go on to nursing school. For me, being in the kitchen and making food for people is an act of love.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 9, 2013

We’ll be purchasing everything except for the turkey in bulk (brussell sprouts, potatoes, cranberry sauce or fresh cranberries, bread for stuffing, etc) and then dividing it so that none goes to waste. This allows us to cash in on the savings without watching our money go in the garbage by food waste. Cutting Down.

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Saving Everyday

AUGUST 1, 2022

Like housing, utilities, and insurance, food is a major expense you can’t go without. Reducing your food expenses is one of the best ways to reduce your overall spending and find extra money in your budget ! Pick one or two that work best for you and start there. Throwing food away is throwing money away !

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Saving Everyday

AUGUST 1, 2022

Like housing, utilities, and insurance, food is a major expense you can’t go without. Reducing your food expenses is one of the best ways to reduce your overall spending and find extra money in your budget ! Pick one or two that work best for you and start there. Throwing food away is throwing money away !

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Saving Everyday

OCTOBER 27, 2023

These are things that we have done ourselves, and they work. Having said that, use this as a guide to work towards your goals all year long ! Dining out, fast food drive-throughs, and Starbucks all have to stop. Not only will you save money on groceries, but it also helps prevent food waste. Sell it and save it!

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Saving Everyday

OCTOBER 3, 2023

He worked hard and was gone a lot, but somehow, he always took us on a yearly vacation. They’re quality time spent together without the distractions of household responsibilities, work, school, and everything else life throws at us. Take advantage of happy hours, where you can save with daily food and drink specials.

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